About the role: Protected Services Teacher and Outdoor Professional Teacher
Activate Learning are looking for public service professional to teach and join our public services teaching team at Oxford College.
Our students are eager to learn and we want to appoint someone who can provide them with a high level of knowledge and skills within Citizenship, Government and Crime that they can utilise in their careers within the armed forces, police, prison services, fire and rescue service, custodial services and adventure training sectors.
You will work collaboratively with our existing team of talented and passionate teachers to ensure we plan and deliver purposeful practical and theory lessons up to level 3 covering units in;
1. Citizenship
2. Government
3. Crime/police/prison services
4. Expeditions
5. Outdoor activities
Our Lifestyles faculty has an excellent record of delivering vocational public/protective services courses with employability embedded at their heart. This is achieved through excellent relationships with industry and the employment of experts with extensive professional experience within the teaching team.
This is a permanent, full time role based at our City of Oxford College campus.
What do you need to be a successful Public Services Teacher and Outdoor Professional Teacher at Activate Learning?
We are looking for people who can act as role models for our students and ensure that they leave us with not just their professional qualifications, but the attributes required to progress in the world of work. A genuine interest in working with and developing young people is a requirement.
Whilst previous teaching experience or qualifications would be an advantage, it is not a requirement. As long as you have the knowledge & experience to teach the aspects required in public services and demonstrate the attributes to be an inspirational teacher, we can provide you with the necessary training, development and support to equip you to teach in the FE sector.
About you:
6. You will have an appropriate professional qualification at level 3 or above
7. Knowledge of Citizenship, Government and Crime
8. It is desirable if you have a teaching qualification and worked within education as a teacher, but this is not essential
9. Be able to accompany learners on residential trips and outdoor activities through out the year
You will also have strong organisation skills coupled with the ability to prioritise workloads and will benefit from being part of a supportive team, working in a varied and interesting role with a variety of opportunities for career development.
What do Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?
Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learnings mission, values and led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.
In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.
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Who we are
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:
10. Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
11. Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
12. Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
13. Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
14. Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
15. Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
16. Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
17. Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
18. On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
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